Program Associate - Economic Analysis

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Type of Position:

Researchers

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

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Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

Division of Agriculture of the University of Arkansas

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is a state wide campus, with faculty based on University campuses, at Research and Extension Centers and in every Arkansas county. It consists of the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) and the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service (CES), and is home to more than 1400 employees.  The Division was established in 1959 and is headed by the Vice-President for Agriculture.  The Division headquarters is located in Little Rock with the rest of the University of Arkansas System Administration.  As an employer, the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. 

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Department:

CES | Community, Professional, & Economic Development * Extension Economist

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Summary of Job Duties:

The Program Associate-Economic Analysis is responsible for collecting, organizing, analyzing and presenting social and economic data to assess economic value, impacts and opportunities in Arkansas and other regions.

This includes, but is not limited to:
• annual economic contribution of agriculture in Arkansas
• regional analysis of agriculture’s contribution to state GDP
• contribution analyses for sub-state regions or specific industries
• analysis of data trends and issues impacting Arkansas counties and regions
• impact of University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture (UADA) research and extension activities
• other analyses as requested by UADA Administration

The candidate will be responsible for collaborating with University of Arkansas System faculty and staff to produce annual reports, factsheets, press releases, website and social media content, and other educational materials to be utilized by UADA personnel and key stakeholders. The candidate may also be required to prepare posters, papers, or presentations for various meetings and conferences.

The Program Associate will operate in an independent, decision-making role in the planning and execution of programs. Work objectives will be coordinated with Assistant Professor-Rural Development, but project implementation and management are primarily the responsibilities of the Program Associate. Program Associates are expected to contribute effectively to conceptual framework, program design, result dissemination, educational activities and the pu